Wahini Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Wahini Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 13.8 S,129 49.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -8.230000
  • Longitude: 129.831667
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WAHINI
Type military vessel
Flag NZ
Cargo personnel,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 1, 1950
Bottom Texture Coral
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 1996
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Feb 16, 2009

Surveying Details

27.2.79 27.2.79 ST IN 081330S, 1295000E APPROX. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) NE 3245. HH100/351/12 27.11.96 HH100/351/12 27.11.96 REMAINS OF WAHINI LIE IN 081348S, 1294954E [WGD]. WK IS NOW COMPLETELY BROKEN UP AND ONLY A SMALL PORTION REMAINS EXPOSED. (V SKOGLIE). BR STD.. HH571/009/2009 16.2.09 HH571/009/2009 16.2.09 DELETE. (AUSTRALIAN NM 2/152/09) AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. - NM 1161/09.

Circumstances of loss

LOST WHILE TRANSPORTING TROOPS AND WAR MATERIAL TO KOREA IN 1950. (V SKOGLIE).

General Comments

COMPLETELY BROKEN ONLY SMALL PORTION EXPOSED

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FAQ

Where is the WAHINI wreck located?

The WAHINI wreck is located at coordinates 8 13.8 S,129 49.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the WAHINI?

The seabed around the WAHINI lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the WAHINI sink?

The WAHINI sank on Jan 1, 1950.

When was the wreck of the WAHINI discovered?

The wreck of the WAHINI was discovered in 1979.

What country did the WAHINI belong to?

The WAHINI belonged to NZ.

What cargo was the WAHINI carrying?

The WAHINI was carrying personnel,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products.

What type of wreck is the WAHINI?

The WAHINI is classified as a military vessel.

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